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Olds College of Agriculture & Technology Diploma of Horticulture Technologist
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology

Diploma of Horticulture Technologist

Olds, Canada

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    About: The Diploma of Horticulture Technologist provides comprehensive knowledge in plant growth, cultivation techniques, and landscape management. This two-year program emphasizes practical skills alongside theoretical learning, preparing students for various roles in the horticulture industry. You'll cover topics such as plant biology, soil management, and pest control.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers as horticulturists, landscape designers, or nursery managers. Other opportunities may include research roles or positions in environmental conservation and recreational land management.

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Cultivate an exciting career in horticulture with the Horticulture Technologist diploma.

This two-year program will provide you with a deep understanding of horticulture, including the production and management of plants, pests, landscapes, soils and water systems to achieve productive and sustainable systems.

Hone your skills through immersive hands-on learning accessing our unique campus that acts as a living lab, consisting of a 15 acre constructed wetland, botanic gardens, greenhouses and 12,000 square foot Landscape Pavilion. Learn how to design specialty landscapes, start a horticulture business and create an entrepreneurial approach to processing plants. You will also learn how to manage production of horticulture crops in response to market demands, as well as recognize the ecological, economic and social implications of horticulture decisions and processes.

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